Alliance Medinet says access path used in data breach has been secured
Cybersecurity specialists KPMG have validated the fixes implemented after the breach, which compromised the personal data of about 110,000 members.
Alliance Medinet claims the security flaw exploited in the recent data breach has been rectified, with KPMG confirming the closure of the unauthorized access route and no signs of further intrusion. The breach, affecting around 110,000 members' personal information, saw no additional compromise, according to a filing by Alliance Healthcare Group's parent company.
KPMG's cybersecurity and forensic experts validated the IT team's implemented fixes, affirming the secured status of the access path utilized by the third party. While investigations into the cause and full impact of the incident persist, Alliance Medinet has reinforced its network connectivity, databases, and servers, and is enhancing continuous monitoring to safeguard its data.
The company remains vigilant against potential threats and is dedicated to maintaining business continuity, supporting affected parties, and implementing additional cybersecurity measures. Alliance Healthcare Group has engaged external legal counsel to guide them through the incident, emphasizing that the breach was confined to the membership database system, leaving other systems, including financial ones, untouched.
Shareholders are advised to remain cautious with the company's shares and securities, seeking professional advice as necessary.
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